Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/3.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 9/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator to find the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that result over the original denominator.

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What is the first step when converting an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the first step when converting a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the denominator by the whole number and add the numerator.

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What does the fraction 3/4 represent?

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3/4 represents three parts out of four equal parts.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does the fraction 9/4 represent?

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9/4 represents nine parts out of four equal parts, which is an improper fraction.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is the whole number part of the mixed number 3 1/2?

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The whole number part is 3.

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What is the fractional part of the mixed number 3 1/2?

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The fractional part is 1/2.

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CCSS.3.G.A.2